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what risks and complications are associated with a hypophysectomy?

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Hypophysectomy: Removal of Pituitary gland results in atrophy of the thyroid &amp; adrenal glands , asthenia, cachexia, lack of growth, loss of reproductive organs, etc.

Question 2

what kind of doctor can perform a hypophysectomy?

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Hypophysectomy: Neurosurgeons perform hypophysectomy.

Question 3

why post hypophysectomy via transphenoifal approach nurse should check urine specific gravity every 4 hrs?

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Diabetes insipidus: After a transphenoidal surgery, you can have a disruption of the production of a pituitary hormone called vasopressin, which normally controls the amount of water that is filtered through the kidneys into your urine. This can result in losing too much water in your urine, a condition called "diabetes insipidus", resulting in diluted urine which can be measured by checking the specific gravity.

Question 4

and could you state what is expected complication of travel in s africa?

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CDC: To find out what health problems may be an issue currently  in South Africa you can check:  .
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list.

Question 5

what are complications of vbac?

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Uterine Rupture: The most common complications are a failed vbac & need for vaginal bypass (c-section). The most serious are uterine dehiscence (separation of the uterine scar) or rupture. This can lead to catastrophic results with hemorrhage, emergency surgery, hysterectomy, and fetal loss. Major point - please vbac in a hospital where your OB can keep you safe and have access to immediate surgery if needed.

Question 6

what are the complications of  tpn?

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Numerous. : Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is a life-saving tool for patients that are unable to tolerate nutrition via their intestinal tract. Unfortunately, it comes with many potential side effects. Most notably is infection. Tpn is delivered intravenously and thus, the IV catheter is a route for blood stream infection.  Other problems are high blood sugar, fatty liver and imbalances in electrolytes.

Question 7

what are the complications of anll?

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Management: The treatment Of ANLL is directed toward the consequences of bone marrow failure (anemia ,neutropenia ,thrombopenia)  and hyperuricemia.

Question 8

any complications from a vitrectomy?

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Vitrectomy risks: Vitrectomy is generally safe but risks include bleeding, retinal tear/break/ detachment, infection, cataract, increased or low intraocular pressure, pain, and glaucoma.

Question 9

what are common complications of cvs?

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Dehydration: Cvs = recurring attacks of intense nausea, vomiting and sometimes abdominal pain and/or headaches or migraines.  This can lead to dehydration, nutritional deficits, high blood pressure during episodes, or damage to the mucosa of the esophagus (i.e. Mallory weiss tear).

Question 10

what complications come with measles?

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Death...: ...Is the big one, of course; brain damage, deafness, seizures, and pneumonia are also common.

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